Brittany was surprised with the professional photo shoot from her brother

Chris Garafola, 30-year-old model from Boston aims to make the world a bit more inclusive, so surprised his sister, Brittany, 32, for her birthday.

He told LADBible: "Growing up, my sister has always wanted to do everything I did. Whether it was going to the movies to watch the latest feature film or moving out of the house to live on my own - she wanted the same opportunities, and deservedly so.

"Being in the fashion industry, I realised I had a huge network that could potentially make this happen - not to mention, Brittany's birthday was coming up. I wanted to do something extra special because I know how much it would mean to her."

Down’s syndrome is a genetic condition which is caused by an extra chromosome in a baby’s cell, resulting in learning disabilities and distinct physical characteristics.

Chris is close to his sister, and regularly posts pictures of them together on Instagram

Chris aims to use the shoot to prove to others that everyone should have the same opportunities in life, and society should be more accepting of people with special needs.

Kate Potter, a spokesperson for Down’s Syndrome Association UK told LADBible: “It is great to see more and more children and adults with Down's syndrome being represented in all parts of our society, including in adverts, as models, on stage and screen and also in schools and workplaces.”

Chris hopes to see more diverse fashion adverts, and said: "Beauty comes in so many different forms. Love is beauty. Confidence is beauty. Charisma and character is beauty."

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